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148: Fantasmic! Celebrating 25 Years of Mysteries, Magic, and Visions Fantastic

Dreams are make believe . . . But could they all come true? To discover the answer to that question, we’re going deep inside Mickey’s imagination, where we’ll encounter princesses, a fire-breathing dragon, and all the forces of evil, all while searching for the true reason Fantasmic has been such a popular show since it debuted in Disneyland 25 years ago. Celebrate this epic nighttime spectacular with us as we dive deep into the show’s history, its changes over the years, and what the future might hold.

Also on this week’s show, we look more closely at some of D23 Expo’s biggest announcements and toss in our own ideas for how to plus them. Plus, in another round of the Mad Chatter Top Ten, we present the Top Ten Uses for the Great Movie Ride Audio-Animatronics After the Ride Has Closed.

We now invite you to join Mickey and experience Fantasmic!—a journey beyond your wildest imagination.

We’d love for you to connect with us online! Find us on Facebook (/madchatterspodcast), Instagram (@madchatters), and Twitter (@MadChatters). Or, send your emails to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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104: Top 5 Moving Moments at Walt Disney World

This week we count down the moments at Walt Disney World that touch us the most, tug most strongly at our heartstrings, and maybe even draw the most tears from our eyes. From fireworks spectaculars to patriotic tributes, we each list our five most moving moments at the parks.

In the new segment “Mad Chatters Playlist” we each share our picks for songs to play on a rainy day. Plus, Matt and Jeremy go head to head in the game “WDW By the Numbers.” Come join the fun now!

Don’t forget to email gear@madchatters.net if you want a Mad Chatters t-shirt. September 30 is the final day for sales, so don’t delay! If you’d like to connect with us online, come find us on Instagram (@madchatters), Twitter (@MadChatters), and Facebook (@madchatterspodcast). Or you can email us at comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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98: Opening Day Attractions – How Untouchable?

Now that Maelstrom has been gone for over a year, Tower of Terror is down to its final few months at Disney California Adventure, and rumors are swirling that Great Movie Ride will be no more by 2018, the question becomes: Is anything safe?

On this week’s show, we list the 16 opening day attractions that are still part of Magic Kingdom, and we rank them on a scale of 1-5 based on how crucial they are to Walt Disney World at large. Which ones are expendable, and which ones, if removed, would completely change the tone of Magic Kingdom?

In another round of Disney Debates, we argue about topics like princess medleys, undesirable jobs at WDW, and restrooms. Plus, we talk with listener Brian, who had the unique opportunity of treating both of his grandmas to a day at Disneyland. Come join the fun now!

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58: Animated Films in the Parks – The 2000s

Our search for signs of Disney films at Walt Disney World gets a bit harder this week as we venture into the 2000s. On this week’s show, we chat about films like Atlantis, Chicken Little, and The Emperor’s New Groove, discussing why they’ve been all but forgotten by Disney executives and fans alike. We also speculate about why movies like Lilo & Stitch and The Princess and the Frog have had such lasting power.

In “You Be the Judge,” we go head to head in a few friendly debates regarding topics such as nighttime spectaculars, disposable opening-day attractions, and shoddy audio-animatronics. Plus, we play a few rounds of “Take 5,” in which we use just five words to express our feelings about gourmet hot dogs, the PeopleMover, and more. Episode 58 of The Mad Chatters Podcast is now available for your listening pleasure!

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44: A Chat With Former Cast Member David

Ever wondered what it’s like to work at Walt Disney World? This week we chat with former Cast Member David about his internship at the parks. Learn about the audition process, hear a few funny behind-the-scenes stories, and discover why working for the Mouse is just as magical as meeting him for the first time.

Also on this week’s show, we share our thoughts on the latest Disney news, including the huge plans for Shanghai Disneyland, the latest Frozen addition to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a Mad Chatter’s prediction come true, and more.

Plus, we hear from two listeners about the ups and downs of their recent trip to WDW. All that and more awaits you on episode 44, so come join the conversation now!

To connect with us, be sure to find us on Twitter (@MadChatters) and Facebook (/madchatterspodcast) or send your feedback to comments@madchatters.net. Thanks for listening!

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33: Animated Films in the Parks: The 1960s

Puppies and wizards and bears – Oh my! In continuing our series on Disney’s animated films and their presence in the parks, this week we turn our eyes to the three movies of the ’60s: 101 Dalmatians, The Sword in the Stone, and The Jungle Book. Has Disney World done these films justice? Could they stand to have a bigger presence in the parks?

In another “Eating Around the World” segment, we check out the menu and atmosphere of San Angel Inn Restaurante in the Mexico pavilion at Epcot. Plus, in “You Be the Judge” we debate the All-Star resorts, Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ name, and a new Fantasmic! scene. Join the conversation now!

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